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Handmade Halloween: Make Spider Sack Decor with the Kids

September 27 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

Handmade Halloween: Make Spider Sack Decor with the Kids

I'm so excited about this Halloween project, it turned out even better than I'd envisioned.   It's the quintessential MPMK project - easy enough for kids of all ages to get in on the action and the finished product is a decidedly stylish take on traditional Halloween decor.   And did I mention how inexpensive it is?   … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Holiday Projects, Seasonal Fun, The Make & Play Vault, Tutorials Tagged With: DIY Halloween decor, Halloween crafts, Halloween crafts for kids, halloween decor

Hands-On Holidays: Simple Ideas for Making Memories October to December

October 17 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

Hands-On Holidays: Simple Ideas for Making Memories October to December

With exactly 2 weeks out from Halloween I know many of you may be scrambling to get on the holiday merry-making with the kids - this is everything you need to easily make Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas memories with their kids! We put a lot of time and love into creating this book because we wanted to give busy parents a way to make tons of holiday memories in a very low-stress and manageable way.Commit to Less Stressing & More Connecting this Holiday Season The holiday season … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Holiday, Seasonal Fun Tagged With: Christmas crafts for kids, Christmas treats for kids, DIY Christmas decor, DIY Halloween decor, Halloween crafts for kids, Halloween treats for kids, holiday book lists, holiday crafts, holiday crafts for kids, holiday recipes, Thanksgiving crafts for kids

Easy Halloween Decor: Mason Jar Mummy Votives

October 8 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

Easy Halloween Decor: Mason Jar Mummy Votives

The holiday season, and all the fun that comes with it, is here!Just in case your weekend to-do list has "decorating for Halloween" on the top of it in big bold letters like mine, here's one of my all-time favorite decor projects.These Mason Jar Mummy Votives are super, super simple to make and I love that it's one of those projects you can jump into with the kids without having to commit half a day to completing it. More MPMK DIY Halloween Decor DIY Spider SacksMess-Free Pumpkin … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Holiday, Holiday Projects Tagged With: DIY Halloween decor, Halloween craft project, Halloween DIY votives, halloween projects for kids, Mummy votives for Halloween

DIY Halloween Decor: Spiderweb Garland

September 23 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

DIY Halloween Decor: Spiderweb Garland

If you're looking for a simple DIY Halloween decor idea to try with the kids this year (one that - bonus - will keep them quiet and busy for a good chunk of time), check out my origami paper spiderweb garland.The process for making these simple webs is very similar to paper snowflakes, find the full tutorial here. More MPMK Halloween Crafts DIY Spider Sack DecorMess-Free Pumpkin DecoratingDuct Tape “Wicked” Inspired DoormatDry Erase Ghost VotivesHalloween Paper Bag … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Holiday, Holiday Projects, The Make & Play Vault Tagged With: DIY Halloween decor, Halloween crafts, Halloween crafts for kids, spiderweb garland

DIY Melted Crayon Lanterns

September 28 by Julee

DIY Melted Crayon Lanterns

A couple of weeks ago my daughter and I decided to make wax paper lanterns. She loves decorating our house for holidays and, since Halloween is right around the corner, we used black and orange colors to create something that could double as Halloween decor.Although the project is incredibly simple and well-suited to children, the results are very dramatic and sophisticated.Here's how we made them ...  … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Holiday Projects, Julee Tagged With: DIY Halloween decor, Halloween, Halloween craft project, Halloween kids crafts, home decor, melted crayon DIY, melted crayon lantern

DIY Mummy Luminaries

October 10 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

DIY Mummy Luminaries

Hi friends.  Before the week comes to an end, I just wanted to say thanks for all of your sweet words regarding our big announcement and baby #3.  I'm so excited that the word is finally out so I can freely discuss the new baby with you all. One of the big things around here that baby will have an impact on is The Forever Home Project. As we're setting up rooms, I'm finding myself back in the familiar position of looking for ways to hide away baby toys and to keep everything baby-proof.  And, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Creating & Engaging Tagged With: DIY Halloween decor, DIY Halloween luminaries, Halloween crafts, Halloween crafts for kids, mason jar luminaries, mummy luminaries

Paper Bag Luminaries for Halloween

October 7 by Janssen

Paper Bag Luminaries for Halloween

I love the look of luminaries, but they don't just have to be for Christmas. With some inexpensive paper lunch sacks and some craft paint, you can make some easy Halloween versions that will look great welcoming trick-or-treaters up to your front door. Using LED tea lights means you don't have the fire risk and you still get that flickering look that's festive and a little bit spooky. Supplies needed:Brown paper lunch bags Paper Cardboard … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Art + Kid Crafts, Holiday, Holiday Projects, Janssen Tagged With: DIY Halloween decor, Halloween crafts, halloween decor, halloween projects for kids

Hands-On Holidays (Simple Ideas for Making Memories October through December)

October 2 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

Hands-On Holidays (Simple Ideas for Making Memories October through December)

Today's the day my friends - our holiday eBook, Hands-On Holidays, is finally here!  Thanks so much for your patience on it's launch.  There are so many beautiful pictures in this one, we had a little trouble getting it down to a manageable size. But all is well now and I'm finally ready to put my labor of love into your hands (don't forget to use the code: launch to take advantage of our 10% off book launch sale).  Here's everything you need to know about Hands-On Holidays...Commit to Less … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Holiday, Seasonal Fun Tagged With: Christmas crafts for kids, Christmas treats for kids, DIY Christmas decor, DIY Halloween decor, Halloween crafts for kids, Halloween treats for kids, Hands-On Holidays, holiday book lists, holiday crafts, holiday crafts for kids, holiday recipes, Thanksgiving crafts for kids

DIY Duct Tape Halloween Door Mat

September 19 by Steph (MPMK Founder)

DIY Duct Tape Halloween Door Mat

A little while back, I was contact by the fine folks at Scotch® Color & Pattern Duct Tape and asked to take part in a Halloween challenge of sorts.  Basically, they provided the supplies and I got to get creative. I have to say, I'm pretty pleased with the end result. You should try it - it's definitely a conversation starter and is sure to impress the kiddos as well as your friends.  It's also a great way to teach the kids about upcyclying and only requires a few supplies. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Holiday, Holiday Projects, Seasonal Fun Tagged With: DIY Halloween decor, DIY Halloween door mat, duct tape craft, duct tape doormat, Halloween craft, sponsored

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